2005 Rover 25 vs. 1990 Volvo 480
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 480. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 480 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Volvo 480.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 480. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 480.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 1990 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 25 | 480 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
